Not all facials are created equal. If you’re used to getting your facial at a day spa then more likely than not it’s not medical-grade. It can be very confusing because these treatments may use fancy buzzwords such as “anti-aging’ and “rejuvenating,’ but the truth is...
Bunny lines are those pesky wrinkles on the sides of your nose when you frown very deeply or scrunch your nose. Whether you get them is largely dependent on your facial anatomy. Some people are prone to bunny lines and some people are not. By the time you’ve noticed...
The benefits of exercise for our body are evident in many regards. Regular cardio and strength/resistance training helps our muscles stay strong and lean; it improves our heart health and cardiovascular function, and helps us keep excess weight off. Many people may...
Love them or hate them, wrinkles are a natural part of life and the aging process. Wrinkles tend to appear in our early-mid thirties, and are usually accompanied by other signs of aging such as sagging skin and age spots. Not All Wrinkles are Created Equal: Dynamic...
What do BOTOX©, Penicillin and Viagra have in common? They’re all popular and ubiquitous medications that were discovered quite by accident. The story of BOTOX© is perhaps the most fascinating one of them all because it revolutionized cosmetic medicine in ways we...
Many of us throw caution to the wind during the summer months when it comes to sun protection. That’s understandable. Canadian winters are long and at the first sign of warm weather, we’re out there enjoying the outdoors. Applying a full-spectrum sunscreen before...
“Put your best chin forward” may sound like a cliché but it’s more relevant than you may think. Other than your nose, your chin is the most prominent part of your face. This often-overlooked feature can convey a lot about your appearance, your state...
Looking vibrant, youthful and attractive is not just for women anymore! In fact, more and more men are discovering the social, professional and personal benefits of looking and feeling their absolute best. Unlike daily grooming habits, such as shaving and applying...
We’re talking about peptides, of course! We know what you’re thinking. Here comes another trendy skincare ingredient that claims to erase wrinkles, reverse aging or make you look like you’re twenty again. Understandably so, many products are nothing...
Most of us are using sunscreen wrong. If that comes as a surprise to you then this blog is for you It’s true. Even the most diligent sunscreen users may not be getting the maximum benefit from their sun protections products. Even worse, you could be putting...
Almost every skincare line has a serum that promises to transform your complexion. But what are serums? What do they do for your skin? And how exactly do you use them? Let’s face it, serums can be confusing. There are so many different kinds and how do you know...
It’s a bootcamp workout alright. Only this one is designed to whip your neck into shape. The best part is you don’t have to lift a single weight in the process. Just as with any bootcamp you need to alternate exercises. You have to combine some cardio,...